AI & Software Engineering Manager

Named Ad Age Best Places to Work for 11 years in a row and Fast Company Best Workplaces for Innovators since 2022, PMG is a global independent marketing services and technology company that seeks to inspire people and brands that anything is possible. Driven by shared success, PMG leverages business strategy and transformation, creative, media, and insights—as well as its proprietary operating system, Alli—to deliver cutting-edge digital solutions and innovative media strategies.

Our team comprises over 900 employees globally, and our work for ambitious brands like Apple, Nike, Sephora, Experian, Therabody, Best Western Hotels & Resorts, Creed Fragrances, BNY, Intuit, CKE Restaurants, Travelex, and Whole Foods spans 85+ countries.

At PMG, we’re redefining what’s possible in digital marketing through Alli, our cloud-based suite of AI-powered tools. Alli has helped deliver ads to over 1 billion consumers in 80+ countries, driving meaningful results for some of the world’s most recognized brands. As an AI & Software Engineering Manager, you’ll lead a team of talented engineers focused on solving complex challenges, developing AI-driven solutions, and shaping the technology stack that powers Alli’s Actions, Data, or Insights pillars.

This isn’t just a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to influence the future of AI-powered marketing, drive real impact for our clients, and mentor engineers as they build groundbreaking solutions. You’ll collaborate closely with product managers, engineering leaders, and cross-functional teams to define the technical vision and balance innovation with business needs. If you’re passionate about AI, love tackling big challenges, and thrive in a fast-moving, supportive environment, this is the place for you.

• →Lead and mentor a high-performing team of engineers, fostering career growth and technical excellence.
• →Work in a collaborative, fast-moving environment, where ideas turn into impactful solutions quickly.
• →Define and drive the technical vision and roadmap for Alli’s AI-powered solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and long-term success.
• →Design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge AI-driven features that help brands make smarter marketing decisions.
• →Partner with Product Managers, Designers, and cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions that enhance performance and drive measurable results.
• →Guide the team in best practices for clean code, automated testing, version control, and scalable architecture.
• →Conduct code reviews, debugging, and testing, ensuring high-quality, maintainable code.
• →Stay ahead of emerging AI and machine learning technologies, championing innovation that shapes the future of marketing technology.

• →5+ years of software development experience with object-oriented programming, delivering scalable and maintainable solutions with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or related experience.
• →2+ years leading and mentoring a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth
• →2+ years of experience with AWS or other cloud platforms, including deploying and managing applications in cloud environments.
• →Proven ability to balance hands-on development with leadership responsibilities, ensuring team success.
• →Strong expertise in RESTful API design, system architecture, and SOLID engineering principles.
• →Proficiency in backend and frontend technologies, including Python, JavaScript (Node.js, React), and Go.
• →Hands-on experience with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based deployments to ensure reliability and efficiency.
• →Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes for scalable application management.
• →Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or Ansible to streamline deployment processes.
• →Strong ability to communicate technical concepts clearly across teams, aligning engineering efforts with business objectives.
• →A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering real-world impact and continuous improvement.
• →Experience in digital marketing or advertising technology and its intersection with engineering solutions.
• →Familiarity with large-scale data processing frameworks such as Apache Spark or Kafka.
• →A commitment to curiosity and adaptability as a continual learner, staying at the forefront of media innovation while prioritizing client success with a customer-focused mindset that seeks opportunities to deliver meaningful value.
• →A dedication to people-focused leadership, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional growth by leading by example and nurturing strong relationships that empower others to excel.
• →Provide technical guidance and strategic insights to client teams, leveraging expertise in media, technology, and emerging trends.
• →Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and other relevant programming languages for data manipulation, analysis, and process automation.
• →Experience in a client-facing role, providing both technical advice and strategic insights to help clients achieve their goals

• Interest or familiarity working in the Digital Marketing industry
• AWS Solutions Architect - Professional certification
• Prior experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field

Being part of PMG means joining a company culture that’s unmatched in digital. We're dedicated to working hard to serve our employees and clients, delivering value, results, and innovation—which often requires true grit and agility. We believe in taking care of ourselves and each other to continuously improve in every way.

In alignment with our core values to be inclusive and always change for the better, PMG is committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive culture, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that we only change for the better by bringing diverse perspectives to our company. PMG recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.